The Dickinsonian advertises for the interdenomenational proselytizing Student Volunteer Movement. The community mourns the sudden death of Rev. Michael John Cramer, S.T.D., LL.D..
A report of the whereabouts and activities of the class of 1897 is published. Traditional "Fair Week" half-holday is canceled, and Friday after Thanksgiving is proposed as a substitute. After a year's break from the usual custom, the requirement of upper classmen to answer to church roll is revived, with disapproval from the editors. United States President William McKinley, Professor Cramer, and Dr. Stauffer are elected to honorary membership in the Belles Lettres Society. The editors call for improved exits from the athletic field.
The YMCA holds its annual reception to welcome the new students. A list of the new students is published. Professor Dare to take leave due to health issues and be replaced by Michael J. Cramer. Dr. Stauffer to take charge of the Physical Culture department. The Sophomores and Freshmen elect their class officers.